Thaddeus Young evaluates the Los Angeles Clippers roster and recent trade activity
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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Thaddeus Young assessed the state of the Los Angeles Clippers following the franchise's recent series of roster moves. Although the team surrendered five draft picks, Young suggested the organization remains in a stable position due to transactions executed prior to those trades. He highlighted the acquisition of Garland, whom he identified as a point guard ten years younger than Harden. Additional roster changes noted by Young included the movement of Zubac and the departure of Kawhi. These earlier trades provided the team with picks and younger personnel, which Young interpreted as a strategic effort to remain competitive in the coming years. His comments reflect on the broader management approach taken by the franchise to refresh the lineup while balancing the loss of high-value draft assets.
- •Thaddeus Young reviewed the status of the Clippers after they lost five draft picks
- •Young noted the team completed three trades before their most recent moves
- •Previous transactions included the acquisition of Garland and the departure of Harden
- •The organization also moved Zubac and Kawhi as part of its roster restructuring
- •Young described the strategy as a move to keep the team competitive for several years
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